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Yellow-wattled Lapwing

Vanellus malabaricus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Charadriiformes ›Family: Charadriidae ›Genus: Vanellus

About

The yellow-wattled lapwing (Vanellus malabaricus) is a lapwing that is endemic to the Indian Subcontinent. It is found mainly on the dry plains of peninsular India and has a sharp call and is capable of fast flight. Although they do not migrate, they are known to make seasonal movements in response to rains. They are dull grey brown with a black cap, yellow legs and a triangular wattle at the base of the beak. Like other...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Yellow-wattled Lapwing?
The scientific name of Yellow-wattled Lapwing is Vanellus malabaricus.
What is the conservation status of Yellow-wattled Lapwing?
The Yellow-wattled Lapwing has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Yellow-wattled Lapwing belong to?
Yellow-wattled Lapwing belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Yellow-wattled Lapwing belong to?
Yellow-wattled Lapwing belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Yellow-wattled Lapwing belong to?
Yellow-wattled Lapwing belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Yellow-wattled Lapwing belong to?
Yellow-wattled Lapwing belongs to the order Charadriiformes.
What family does Yellow-wattled Lapwing belong to?
Yellow-wattled Lapwing belongs to the family Charadriidae.
What genus does Yellow-wattled Lapwing belong to?
Yellow-wattled Lapwing belongs to the genus Vanellus.